Description:

Shippo is seeking a Software Engineer III to join their Labels team, which is responsible for building and maintaining the label core API and critical carrier integrations such as USPS, UPS, and FedEx.
The role involves designing, implementing, testing, and deploying software services that can handle millions of requests daily with high service level agreements (SLAs).
Responsibilities include ensuring scalability and maintainability through microservices, enhancing the CI/CD pipeline for safe production releases, and verifying system performance and correctness.
The engineer will design and maintain database schemas for large-scale services, architect systems for optimal performance, and participate in peer reviews and testing.
Collaboration with business teams to provide input on new product ideas and functionality is essential, along with being on-call to respond to system incidents.
The position also requires championing testing procedures and assisting with gathering business requirements, development, and verification.

Requirements:

Candidates must have 6+ years of experience in software development, focusing on highly available, scalable, distributed systems.
Experience in building and maintaining APIs, services, and databases is required.
Proficiency in server-side programming languages such as Go, Python, Java, or Ruby, along with SQL databases, is necessary.
Familiarity with server-side frameworks like Django, .NET, Spring, Rails, or Phoenix is expected.
A strong understanding of software development principles, object-oriented programming, and design patterns is essential.
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
Candidates should possess troubleshooting skills for optimizing backend applications for performance and scalability.
Strong collaboration and clear communication skills are required to work effectively with cross-functional teams and articulate technical ideas.
A mindset of continuous learning and a BSc in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related STEM field (or equivalent experience) is necessary.

Shippo promotes inclusivity and equal access to opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
The company offers a remote-first program, allowing employees to work from anywhere in the US, with some exceptions, and many roles can be based internationally.
Employees are encouraged to apply regardless of location, emphasizing that success at Shippo is achievable from various geographies.
The company provides equity as part of its perks, ensuring that all employees benefit from the company's growth and success.